FX.co ★ South Korea Foreign Reserves Declines in April

South Korea's foreign exchange reserves declined to $404.4 billion in April 2025, down from $409.7 billion in the previous month, according to figures provided by the Bank of Korea. These reserves are primarily composed of securities, valued at $356.5 billion and representing 88.1% of the total. This is followed by deposits amounting to $23.2 billion (5.7%), Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) at $15.7 billion (3.9%), gold holdings valued at $4.8 billion (1.2%), and the nation’s reserve position at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) standing at $4.5 billion (1.1%). The reduction illustrates the persistent volatility in South Korea’s reserves amid changing global financial landscapes.